1. PILOT EXAMINER’S HANDBOOK
07/12/2006
PEER REVIEWED: 07/12/2006
MANAGER REVIEWED: 07/12/2006
REVISIONS
ORDER E
APRIL 21, 2006
DPE Recurrent Course
David Chadwick, ASI
FY 2006

2. THE PILOT EXAMINER WILL BE ABLE TO DEMONSTRATE A
OBJECTIVE
THE PILOT EXAMINER WILL BE ABLE TO DEMONSTRATE A
WORKING KNOWLEDGE OF THE PE HANDBOOK ORDER E.
THE OBJECTIVE OF THE LESSON IS TO ENSURE YOU HAVE A WORKING KNOWLEDGE OF THE GUIDANCE AND DIRECTIONS IN THIS NEW HANDBOOK.
THE END OF COURSE TEST WILL INCLUDE ITEMS FROM THIS ORDER.
WE WILL TALK ABOUT SOME PROPOSED CHANGES TO THE HANDBOOK. IF THEY ARE SUPPORTED BY REGULATION YOU SHOULD ALREADY BE DOING THEM. REMEMBER THE REGULATION HAS A HIGHER PRIORITY THAN AN ORDER

3. OVERVIEW 8710.3E – REFLECTS POLICY &
PROCEDURE CHANGES, AND CHANGES TO PART 61, REVISED IN AUG. 4, 1997.
GENERAL AVIATION SAFETY INSPECTOR’S HDBK
WE’LL DISCUSS POLICY & PROCEDURE CHANGES IN D AND REVIEW SOME UNCHANGED INFORMATION
8710.3E CONTINUES TO IMPROVE THE ALIGNMENT OF GUIDANCE AND THE STANDARDIZATION OF TERMINOLOGY BETWEEN ORDER D AND ORDER , GENERAL AVIATION SAFETY INSPECTOR’S HANDBOOK

4. GENERAL INFORMATION CHAPTER 1 PAGE NUMBER
IT IS RECOMMENDED THAT YOU REFER TO YOUR COPY OF THE E ORDER AND TAKE NOTES.
A PAGE NUMBER WILL APPEAR AT THE BOTTOM OF THE PAGE IN CORESPONDANCE WITH THE E.
PAGE NUMBER

5. DEFINITIONS PAGE: 1-1 A. DESIGNATED PILOT EXAMINER
B. NDPE/FEER EXAMINER
C. HIGH ACTIVITY EXAMINER
D. STANDARD U.S. AIRMAN CERTIFICATE
E. RESTRICTED U.S. CERTIFICATE
F. FLIGHT ENGINEER EXAMINER
DESIGNATED PILOT EXAMINER (DPE) – IS A DESIGNATED REPRESENTATIVE OF THE ADMINISTRATOR WHO IS AUTHORIZED BY TITLE 49 OF THE US CODE (49 USC) § TO PERFORM THE TASKS DESCRIBED IN 14 CFR PART 183, §
NDPE/FEER EXAMINER – IS AN EXAMINER WHO IS AUTHORIZED TO CONDUCT AIRMAN CERTIFICATION AND PROFICIENCY PRACTICAL TESTS IN VINTAGE AIRPLANES IAW THE PROVISIONS OF THE NDPE/FEER PROGRAM
HIGH ACTIVITY EXAMINER – IS AN EXAMINER WHO CONDUCTS AT LEAST 50 PRACTICAL TESTS (AIRCRAFT OR SIMULATOR) IN A GIVEN QUARTER.
STANDARD US AIRMAN CERTIFICATE – IS A PILOT CERTIFICATE ISSUED TO AN APPLICANT WHO HAS MET ALL OF THE APPLICABLE REQUIREMENTS OF PART 61 FOR THE CERTIFICATE AND/OR RATING SOUGHT.
RESTRICTED US CERTIFICATE – A PILOT CERTIFICATE THAT IS ISSUED TO AN APPLICANT ON THE BASIS OF THE APPLICANTS FOREIGN-PILOT LICENSE. REFER CHAPTER 21
FLIGHT ENGINEER EXAMINER – A PERSON AUTHORIZED TO CONDUCT FLIGHT ENGINEER CERTIFICATES AND RATINGS
PAGE: 1-1

6. DIRECTIVE INFORMATION
“ SHALL AND MUST ” – IMPERATIVE
“ SHALL NOT
AND MUST NOT ” -- PROHIBITED
NO FLEXIBILITY OR DISCRETIONARY
LATITUDE
“SHALL” AND “MUST” INDICATES ACTION THAT ARE IMPERATIVE
“SHALL NOT” OR “MUST NOT” SIGNIFY ACTIONS THAT ARE PROHIBITED
THESE TERMS ALLOW THE EXAMINER NO FLEXIBILITY OR DISCRETIONARY LATITUDE. EXAMINERS SHALL FOLLOW DIRECTIVE GUIDANCE UNLESS A DEVIATION IS APPROVED BY THE DESIGNATING FSDO
PAGE: 1-1

7. GUIDANCE INFORMATION PAGE: 1-1 “SHOULD” , ”MAY”, OR “NEED NOT”
PERMISSIBLE BUT NOT MANDATORY
GUIDANCE – EXAMINER FLEXIBILITY
“SHOULD” , “MAY” OR “NEED NOT”
THESE TERMS INDICATE ACTIONS THAT ARE PERMISSIBLE BUT NOT MANDATORY. GUIDANCE INFORMATION ALLOWS THE EXAMINER FLEXIBILITY.
PAGE: 1-1

8. EXAMINER PRIVILEGES PAGE: 1-3 A. CERTIFICATION PRACTICAL TESTS
B. TEMPORARY CERTIFICATES
C. NOTICES OF DISAPPROVAL
D. LETTERS OF DISCONTINUANCE
PRIVILEGES
CERTIFICATION PRACTICAL TESTS
TEMPORARY CERTIFICATES
NOTICES OF DISAPPROVAL – DID NOT MEET PTS STANDARDS
LETTER OF DISCONTINUANCE – LIMITED TO 60 DAYS
PAGE: 1-3

9. EXAMINER PRIVILEGES PAGE: 1-3 E. STUDENT PILOT CERTIFICATES
F. PROFICIENCY CHECKS
G. TYPE RATINGS
H. FEES
I. RESTRICTIONS
E. STUDENT PILOT CERT. – Record Keeping
F. PROFICIENCY CHECKS – DPE Privileges are limited to FSDO Area
G. TYPE RATINGS – (additional rating practical tests for those type ratings authorized at all certificate levels)
H. FEES – Reasonable – This Information Should be Understood by the Applicant Before the Examiner Accepts an Application.
I. ★ RESTRICTIONS – Per FAA Order , Conduct of Airman Knowledge Tests, an Individual who is DPE Must Not Administer or monitor knowledge tests. DPE May Not Be Appointed or Retained as Testing Center Personnel or as a Special Test Administrator.
PAGE: 1-3

10. TYPES OF DESIGNATION PAGE: 1-3,4 & 5 A. PRIVATE PILOT EXAMINER (PE)
B. COMMERCIAL AND INSTRUMENT RATING EXAMINER (CIRE)
COMMERCIAL PILOT EXAMINER (CE)
AIRLINE TRANSPORT PILOT EXAMINER (ATPE)
E. FLIGHT INSTRUCTOR EXAMINER (FIE)
PE – Private and Recreational + Additional A/C Rating Tests as Specifically Authorized.
CIRE – Comm and Instrument ratings
CE – Comm. In Rotorcraft, Gliders, and/or LTA Comm. Airplane is restricted
ATPE – (ATPE’s MUST Hold Category & Class, and if Appropriate, Type Rating)
FE – Issued on the Basis of Practical Tests ONLY – MUST be PE for 1 yr
PAGE: 1-3,4 & 5

11. TYPES OF DESIGNATION PAGE: 1-3,4 & 5
FLIGHT INSTRUCTOR RENEWAL EXAMINER (FIRE)
NDPE/FEER EXAMINER
FLIGHT ENGINEER EXAMINER (FEE)
PILOT PROFICIENCY EXAMINER (PPE)
AIRMAN CERTIFICATION REP. (ACR)
MILITARY COMPETENCY EXAMINER (MCE)
F. ★FIRE – For Renewal of CFI that is STILL Current and Renewal is Merely Administrative (Meaning, NO Practical Test Required)
G. ★NDPE/FEER – Conduct Cert. Practical Tests/Proficiency Tests in Vintage/Surplus Military A/C
H. ★FEE – Conduct IAW Part 63 – NOT 121/125
PPE – Req. by for PIC of A/C Req. 2 or more pilots other than 121,125,127, or 135. DOES NOT Conduct Cert. Practical Tests
J. ACR – Accepts Applications Frm Graduates of 141 that Holds Exam. Authority. Employed Solely by FIRC Reviews Attendance/Training Records For Renewal of a Valid CFI. ACR’s DO NOT Conduct Written or Practical Tests. A DPE MAY Perform ACR Duties W/O Additional Authorization.
K. MCE – Issues Comm./Inst. To Qualified Military Pilot Applicants.
PAGE: 1-3,4 & 5

12. TYPES OF DESIGNATION PAGE: 1-3,4 & 5 FOREIGN PILOT EXAMINER (FPE)
MILITARY COMPETENCY/FOREIGN PILOT EXAMINER (MC/FPE)
GROUND INSTRUCTOR EXAMINER (GIE)
L. ★FPE – May Issue Pvt. Cert. And Ratings at the Pvt. Cert. Level on Basis of Applicants Foreign License. Ref. Ch. 21 for Guidance.
M. MC/FPE – Military Comp/Foreign DPE
N. ★GIE – May Issue Grnd. Inst. Cert. Basic, Advanced, or Inst. Rating to Qualified Grnd. Instructor Applicants, as Specifically Authorized (per § and ).
PAGE: 1-3,4 & 5

13. GEOGRAPHIC DISTRIBUTION
MORE THAN 7 DAYS
RECOMMENDED Geographic Distribution provides that an applicant Should Not be Required to wait more than 7 days and Should Not be Required to travel more than 100 NM for a practical test.
Geographic Distribution is AT THE DISCRETION of the Jurisdictional FSDO manager.
100 NM
PAGE: 1-7

14. GEOGRAPHIC LIMITS PAGE: 1-7
DPE – ALL Practical Tests Conducted MUST ORIGINATE Within the Supervising FSDO’s Geographic Area. UNLESS Prior Coordination and Approval to Test Outside That Area Is Obtained From the Supervising FSDO.
NDPE/FEER – Vintage A/C Tests Without Regard to FSDO Boundaries. ONLY Applies Certification Under NDPE/FEER Program. All Other Cert. Auth. Are Bound by Supervising FSDO.
PPE Privileges for DPE – MUST ONLY Conduct in Each Aircraft or Sim. Which DPE is Currently Auth. To Conduct Cert. Practical Tests. Stand Alone PPE Are NOT LIMITED Geographically, But DPE is LIMITED TO Supervising FSDO.
AUTHORIZED MORE THAN ONE FSDO – Certificate of Authority MUST Bear The Name of the FSDO in ALL Areas DPE is Authorized to Test.
PAGE: 1-7

15. RELOCATION
RELOCATES to area where DPE Does NOT Hold Authorization, DPE May Apply to Jurisdictional FSDO for Transfer of Authority.
IMPORTANT:
If Gaining FSDO Accepts DPE, Losing FSDO Will Transfer DPE Files to Gaining FSDO. DPE Need NOT Apply to the NEB.
If Gaining FSDO Declines, DPE Certificate of Authority is VOID and MUST Be Canceled by Losing FSDO. DPE MUST Surrender Certificate of Auth. to the Losing FSDO. For Further Consideration by Gaining FSDO, the DPE May Apply to NEB. (MUST Meet 300 hrs In One Year Requirement Rule FOR AIRPLANES)
PAGE: 1-7

16. AVIATION SAFETY PROGRAM
EXAMINER CURRENCY
EXPIRED CFI, WHAT WOULD YOU DO?
If You Forget, (DO NOT) Try and Backdate Paperwork. FRAUD!!!
CALL YOUR FSDO AND ASK FOR MERCY!!!
MUST Maintain Currency and Flight Proficiency IAW 61.56, 61.57, and MUST MAINTAIN Current CFI and Medical (if applicable).
How Many of You Are Safety Counselors.
FAA Strongly Encourages DPE’s to Attend and Take Part in FAA Aviation Safety Program Seminars.
BECOME A SAFETY COUNSELOR.
“KEEP YOUR CFI CURRENT”
AVIATION SAFETY PROGRAM
PAGE: 1-8

18. SUPERVISION PAGE: 1-9 SUPERVISION:
General Aviation and Commercial Division, AFS-800, and the Regulatory Support Division, AFS-600, are Responsible for the development of National Policy regarding Examiners and the Overall Supervision and Evaluation of the DPE program.
FSDO: DPE Operates Under the Direct Supervision of the Supervising FSDO. The FSDO Issues and Maintains the DPE’s Certificate of Authority and LOA for ALL Aircraft other than NDPE/FEER.
PAGE: 1-9

19. DELEGATION / RESCISSION OF EXAMINER AUTHORIZATION
ADMINISTRATOR Empowered by 49 USC § to Delegate Private Persons ANY Function Relating to the Examination, Inspection, and Testing of Airman Applicants, Subject to ANY Regulations, Supervision, and Review which the ADMINISTRATOR May Prescribe. The ADMINISTRATOR May Recind ANY Such Delegation at ANY TIME for ANY Reason Deemed Appropriate. (Adams vs. FAA 8/12/93)
The Examiner MUST BE NOTIFIED in Writing of the Reason(s) for ANY Proposed Action.
CRIMINAL ACITIVITY 18 USC SECTION 1001
Knowingly and Willfully Falsifies, Conceals, or Covers Up…Makes or Uses Any False Writing or Document…,Shall Be Fined Under This Title or Imprisoned For Not More Than Five Years, or Both.
DELEGATION / RESCISSION OF
EXAMINER AUTHORIZATION
PAGE: 1-10

20. REASONS FOR TERMINATION
1. Written Request of the Examiner
2. There is No Longer a NEED for Services
3. Upon a Finding, by the ADMINISTRATOR, That the Examiner has NOT PROPERLY Performed the Examiner’s Duties.
PAGE: 1-11

21. ACCOMPLISH INITIAL DESIGNATION
CHAPTER 2
Since most of you are already PE’s we are going to discuss the ADDITION of Designations.
ACCOMPLISH INITIAL
DESIGNATION

22. GENERAL CRITERIA Not Required To Be U.S. Citizen
Ineligible If Pilot Certificate Revoked
Valid Third Class Medical Certificate
Serve As A Flight Instructor
NOT REQIRED to be U.S. Citizen.
GOOD Record as Pilot and CFI Regards to Accidents, Incidents, and Violations. If Cert. Revoked for Falsification or Forgery Candidate is INELIGIBLE.
Valid Third Class Medical, Except for Balloons, Gliders, or Simulators
Be Serving as a Flight Instructor
PAGE: 2-1

23. Examiner Applications
FAA Form
Initial Screening and Knowledge Test
National Candidate Pool
Practical Test
Training
Examiner Applications – Apply to NEB at AFS-640. The NEB Determines Eligibility and Sends Applicant to take Knowledge Test. (80% Score)
Knowledge Test – DO NOT Take Test Until Receiving Letter From NEB on Eligibility.
National Candidate Pool – Once Knowledge Test Passed Applicant Placed in Pool for 24 Months. When FSDO Requests DPE They are Given 3 Highest Rated Applicants.
Practical Test – MUST PASS Practical Evaluation by an Aviation Safety Inspector Before Initial Designation is Issued.
Training – After Appointment DPE has 3 Calendar Months to Successfully Complete Initial Training w/AFS Recurrent Training Every 24 Months Conducted by AFS-640.
PAGE: 2-2 & 3

24. LOAs
The LOA Limits the Examiner’s Authority to Conduct Tests to EACH Make and Model of Multiengine Airplane, Turbine-Powered Airplane, Vintage Airplanes, and Each FAA-Qualified Flight Simulator in which the Examiner May Conduct Tests.
Initial Authorization Requires Successful Demonstration of Competency in EACH Make and Model for Which an LOA Authorization is Sought.
Interim Authorization. If a DPE is Qualified and Current in a Specific Make and Model of Aircraft, the FSDO May Issue the DPE an Interim LOA One-Time Test Privileges in that Aircraft. LOA MUST State The Aircraft Make and Model, Restrictions (if any), and Expiration Date.
PAGE: 2-12

25. PRACTICAL TEST BRIEFING
MUST Be Completed For Any
Practical Test
A COMPLETE Pretest, Preflight, and Postflight Briefing MUST BE COMPLETED For ANY Practical Test.
PRETEST
PREFLIGHT
POSTFLIGHT
PAGE: 2-10 ★

26. ADDITIONAL DESIGNATIONS
The designating FSDO is
authorized to issue additional
Designations.
The DPE MUST MEET The Appropriate Flight Experience Required for Initial Designation of the Examining Authority Desired.
Each Designation Requires a Demonstration of Competency Appropriate to the Aircraft or Simulator and the Designation Sought.
PAGE: 2-11

27. Test Criteria for Additional Designations
< 12 months – Testing Not Needed
All Required Maneuvers and Procedures From The Appropriate PTS MUST be Tested for an Initial Designation, Testing on the Same Maneuvers and Procedures for an Additional Designation Need Not Be Repeated if the New Designation is to be Added Within 12 Months of the Initial Evaluation.
If More than 12 Months have Elapsed Since the Examiner Candidate Was Evaluated for a PE Designation, the DPE MUST Be Tested on ALL Maneuvers and Procedures Appropriate to a CIRE Designation in Order to Qualify for the Additional Designation.
> 12 months – MUST Test
PAGE: 2-11

28. CHAPTER 3
ACHIEVE RENEWAL/
REINSTATEMENT

29. RENEWAL
2004
An Examiner Designation May Be Renewed Annually if the Continuation of the Designation is Justified in Order to Provide Service to the Public or if the Designation is in the FAA’s Interest.
ALL Examiners MUST Apply Annually for Renewal if Renewal is Desired.
PAGE: 3-1

30. 60 DAYS! APPLICATION PAGE: 3-1
MUST Apply For Renewal at Least 60 Days Prior to the Expiration of Current Designation.
MUST SUBMIT:
1. Letter From DPE Requesting Renewal and the Designation(s) Requesting to be Renewed.
2. Copy of Current Pilot, Flight Instructor, and Medical Certificate.
3. A Record of the Practical Testing Activity for the Preceding 12 Calendar Months.
There is NO FAA Form Used for the Renewal Process.
60 DAYS!
PAGE: 3-1

31. MEDICAL CERTIFICATE THIRD CLASS “MAINTAINED” PAGE: 3-1
ALL Examiners Are Required to Have at Least a Third-Class Medical Certificate for Renewal and MUST BE Maintained Throughout the Duration of the Designation.
The Exception to this is Balloons, Gliders, and Simulators, which Does Not Require a Medical Certificate.
PAGE: 3-1

32. AIRCRAFT AND INSTRUCTOR
CURRENCY
AIRCRAFT AND INSTRUCTOR
A Flight Instructor Certificate Required for Initial Designation MUST BE CURRENT for Renewal and Kept Current for the Duration of the Designation.
DO NOT Try and Backdate Any Paperwork. This is Called FRAUD.
ALL Examiners MUST Meet the Requirements of FAR 61.56, 61.57, and 61.58, as Applicable to the Designation.
NDPER examiners MUST Meet the Requirements of in at Least One Vintage Airplane for Renewal of All Vintage Airplanes Authorized.
CFI
PAGE: 3-1

33. SUPERVISING FSDO ANNUAL MEETING PAGE: 3-1
ALL Examiners With Airmen Certification Authority MUST ATTEND the Annual Examiner Meeting Held by the Supervising FSDO in Order to Renew Their Designations.
Most FSDO’s Have Their Annual Meeting the Same Time AFS-640 has Recurrent Training Seminar.
Meeting is in Addition to and May Not Be Used in Lieu the Biennial Recurrent Pilot Examiner Standardization Seminar.
PAGE: 3-1

34. RENEWAL CRITERIA PAGE: 3-1 & 2 A. RECURRENT STANDARDIZATION TRAINING
B. CERTIFICATION ACTIVITY
C. REISSUANCE OF LOA
D. PRACTICAL TEST
RECURRENT STANDARDIZATION TRAINING:
Every TWO Years DPE’s w/Certification Authority MUST Satisfactorily Complete the Recurrent Seminar (AFS-640).
NDPER’s MUST Meet Same Renewal Requirements.
One Recurrent Seminar Meets the Requirements for ALL Designations and Authorizations.
CERTIFICATION ACITVITY: Specific Amounts of Certificate Activity ARE REQUIRED to Show Need for Renewal
REISSUANCE LOA: Valid ONLY as Long as the Certificate of Authority is Current. Expires Same Date as Certificate of Authority. Is reissued when DPE Designation is Renewed.
PRACTICAL TEST: DPE MUST Demonstrate Knowledge and Skill Appropriate to the Designations and Authorization by Completion of Annual Practical Test.
PAGE: 3-1 & 2

35. RECURRENT TRAINING A. ANNIVERSARY DATE B. LATE ARRIVAL
C. COURSE FAILURE
D. SECOND COURSE FAILURE
ANNIVERY MONTH:
You May Complete Recurrent Course 3 Months Before or After the Anniversary Month. When You Wait Until After, Your Testing Privileges are SUSPENDED Until You Satisfactorily Complete the Recurrent Course.
LATE ARRIVAL:
If Less Than 1 Hour Late and a GOOD Excuse, The Course Manager MAY Allow You to Make Up the Missed Instruction Outside the Normal Class.
SEMINAR FAILURE:
FAILURE – Authorization MUST BE SUSPENDED.
The FSDO Manager May Permit the DPE to Attend Another DPE Seminar Within 3 Months. NO Testing Till Seminar Satisfactorily Completed.
SECOND FAILURE: TERMINATION of DPE Authority and Elimination from Reinstatement for at Least 12 Calendar-Months Thereafter.
PAGE: 3-2

36. REQUIRED ACTIVITY PAGE: 3-2 (cont) GENERAL RENEWAL
10 TESTS IN AIRPLANES;
5 TESTS IN HELICOPTERS, GLIDERS,
BALLOONS, GYROPLANES, AIRSHIPS,
AND POWERED-LIFTS;
5 INSTRUMENT RATING TESTS; OR
5 ATP TESTS
ACTIVITY REQUIRED FOR RENEWAL:
FSDO Manager May Modify the Requirements top the Extent Justified by the Extenuating Circumstances and Approve the Renewal.
GENERAL DPE Has Conducted During the Previous 12 Calendar-Months: (Any One of the Following Levels of Activity is Acceptable.)
10 Certification or Aircraft Rating Tests in Airplane
2. 5 Certification or Rating Test in Helicopters, Gyroplanes, Gliders, Balloons, Powered-Lifts, or Airships
3. 5 Instrument Rating Practical Tests
4. 5 Airline Transport Pilot Practical Tests
PAGE: 3-2 (cont)

37. REQUIRED ACTIVITY PAGE: 3-2 MULTIENGINE AIRPLANE
5 MULTIENGINE RATING TESTS IN EACH
MAKE AND MODEL
C. VINTAGE AIRPLANE
NO SPECIFIC AMOUNT OF ANNUAL
ACTIVITY IN ANY OR ALL OF THE TYPES
OF VINTAGE AIRPLANES FOR NDPER/FEER
AUTHORIZATIONS. (AFS-800)
MULTIENGINE AIRPLANE:
Conducted 5 Multiengine Rating Tests in EACH Make and Model of Airplane Authorized During Previous Year.
VINTAGE AIRPLANES:
NO Specific Amount of Annual Activity is Required for Renewal of ALL of the Vintage Airplane LOA’s. This Provision Applies ONLY TO NDPE/FEER Authorizations.
Renewal Discretion and Approval is Handled at FAA Great Lakes Region Flight Standards Division, Technical Programs Branch, AGL-230.
PAGE: 3-2

38. LETTERS OF AUTHORIZATION
LOA
LOA
REISSUANCE OF LOA’s.
DPE’s Authorized to Conduct Practical Tests in Multiengine Airplanes, Vintage Airplanes, Helicopters, Turbine-Powered Airplanes, Large Aircraft, and FAA-Approved Flight Simulators are Reissued an LOA Listing Each Make and Model.
LOA’s MUST Be Renewed Annually by Demonstration of Competency in at Least One Make and Model of Aircraft (or simulator) in which the DPE Conducts Tests.
(NEW)
(OLD)
REISSUANCE
PAGE: 3-3

39. PRACTICAL TEST FOR RENEWAL
MUST Test Annually w/ASI Three months
Prior To Expiration Month
Renewal MUST Consist of One of Three Testing Methods:
Actual Practical Test Observed By ASI (PREFERRED METHOD) This Would Negate PIC Comp. Renewal.
ASI to Play the Role of Applicant – This Would Negate PIC Comp. Renewal.
PIC Competency Renewal at Discretion of Supervising FSDO. Must Complete 3 Months Before Expiration Month.
PIC 12 Month Kind of Aircraft Check
PIC 24 Month Make and Model Check
PAGE: 3-5

40. PIC RENEWAL 12 CALENDAR MONTHS KINDS OF AIRCRAFT
MULTIENGINE AIRPLANE
LARGE HELICOPTER
TURBOJET
TURBOPROP
NON-TURBINE LARGE A/P
SEAPLANE
GLIDER
BALLOON
12 Month PIC Renewal Check
REQUIRED Competency Check in EACH Kind of Aircraft. (e.g. Multiengine Airplane, Turboprop, …)
PAGE: 3-5

41. PIC RENEWAL 24 CALENDAR MONTHS KINDS OF AIRCRAFT (MAKE & MODEL)
MULTIENGINE AIRPLANE
HELICOPTER
TURBOJET
TURBOPROP
NON-TURBINE LARGE A/P
24 Month PIC Renewal Check Multiple Designations
REQUIRED Competency Check in EACH Make and Model. (e.g. Cessna 310, BE-58, LR-35)
Single-Engine Airplane Multiple Designations
Required to Alternate PIC Checks Between Airplane Classes.
PAGE: 3-5

42. FAILURE TO MEET RENEWAL STANDARDS
If an Examiner Does Not Meet the Renewal Standards, the Examiner MUST Present a Letter Requesting His/Her Retention as an Examiner and Outline the Special Circumstances Involved.
The FSDO Manager has the Authority to Determine the Final Disposition of the Examiner’s Request.
PAGE: 3-1

43. REINSTATEMENT STANDARDIZATION TRAINING DEMONSTRATION OF COMPETENCY
C. REISSUANCE OF AN LOA
★REINSTATEMENT.A Former Examiner whose Authority has Expired, and Whose Examiner Privileges Were NOT Revoked as a Result of Enforcement or Legal Action, MAY Apply for Reinstatement to the Same Supervising FSDO Without Applying to the National Examiner Board (NEB). All Other Eligibility Requirements Remain Unchanged.
★STANDARDIZATION TRAINING. If Reinstatement Takes Place DPE has Three Calendar-Months From Date of Reinstatement to Satisfactorily Complete a Recurrent or Initial Seminar.
DEMONSTRATION OF COMPETENCY. If Designation Expired Less Than 12 Months, Demo of Competency in One A/C Previously Auth. May Be Accepted by FSDO. More Than 12 Months DPE Must Test in Each A/C DPE is Seeking Authorization.
REISSUANCE OF AN LOA. Reinstated DPE MUST Demonstrate Competency in at Least One Aircraft (most complex) Appropriate to LOA Sought. For Addition of Other Previously Auth. Aircraft, DPE MUST Have Demo. Competency in Each Aircraft Within the Preceding 24 Calendar-Months.
PAGE: 3-5

44. CHAPTER 4 COMPLETE INSPECTION REQUIREMENTS
2. GENERAL. All Examiners MUST BE Inspected at Least Once a Year for Renewal.
Inspections MUST Include at Least One Visit Every Year by an Aviation Safety Inspector (ASI) to the Examiner’s Base of Operations

45. ALL EXAMINERS ONCE A YEAR
GENERAL.
All Examiners MUST BE Inspected at Least Once a Year for Renewal. National and Regional Guidelines May Require More Frequent Inspections. Inspections MUST Include at Least One Visit Every Year by an Aviation Safety Inspector to the Examiner’s Base of Operations.
PAGE: 4-1

46. ADDITIONAL INSPECTIONS
HIGH ACTIVITY
PASSING RATE EXCEEDS 90 %
3 OR MORE COMPLETE TESTS/DAY
Following Circumstances May Cause the Need for Further Inspections During the Year. Inspection Should Involve Observation of the Examiner Administering At Least One Complete Practical Test.
High Activity DPE (50 tests in a given quarter)
Practical Test Rate Exceeds 90%
Conducts Three or More Tests on a Given Day
File Errors Exceed 5 Files or More in 12 Months
Subject of a Valid Public Complaint
Involved in an Accident, Incident, or Violation of Regulations
AS NEEDED.
An Examiner May Be Tested at Any Time the FSDO Deems an Examiner’s Performance Indicates that Further Inspections are Needed.
TESTS OWN STUDENT WITHOUT FSDO APPROVAL
CERTIFICATE FILE ERROR > 5 FILES
PUBLIC COMPLAINT
ACCIDENT, INCIDENT, OR VIOLATION OF FAR’S
PAGE: 4-1

47. METHOD OF EVALUATION OBSERVE A COMPLETE PRACTICAL TEST
METHOD OF EVALUATION. An ASI May Use Any of the Following Methods to Evaluate an Examiner.
OBSERVE COMPLETE PRACTICAL TEST. An ASI Observes the DPE Conducting a COMPLETE PRACTICAL TEST. If DPE Conducts the Majority of Tests in Aircraft Unsuited to Carrying an ASI, a Complete Oral Test Will Be Observed. A Complete Practical Test is a Test That Has Advanced to the Flight/Sim Portion of the Practical Test. If the ASI is Unable to Observe the Examiner Conducting a Flight/Sim Portion of the Practical Test, the Examiner MUST Be Evaluated in Flight/Sim by the Preferred Recommended Methods At Least Once Every 24 Months.
ACT AS AN APPLICANT. ASI Acts as the Applicant For Practical Test.
TEST ON SELECTED MANEUVERS. ASI Tests DPE on Selected Maneuvers to Assess DPE’s Flight Proficiency and Ability to Evaluate IAW the PTS.
B. ASI ACTS AS AN APPLICANT
C. ASI TESTS ON SELECTED MANEUVERS
PAGE: 4-1

48. TESTING PROCEDURES PAGE: 4-1 & 2 UNSATISFACTORY PERFORMANCE
CANCELLATION OF AUTHORITY
LACK OF QUALIFICATION OR COMPETENCY
D. ENFORCEMENT ACTION
E. RECORDKEEPING
UNSATISFACTORY PERFORMANCE. If Inspection Indicates a Deficiency in Technique, Standards, or Judgment of the DPE, the FSDO MUST Initiate Appropriate Training to Correct the Deficiency. DPE’s Testing Privileges MUST Be Suspended Until DPE Accomplishes a Satisfactory Inspection.
CANCELLATION OF AUTHORITY. If DPE’s Performance is UNSATISFACTORY to the Extent that Additional Training is UNSUCCESSFUL or is Inappropriate, FSDO MUST Initiate Action to Cancel the DPE’s Authority.
PAGE: 4-1 & 2

49. CONDUCT PRACTICAL TEST/ CERTIFICATION FUNCTIONS
CHAPTER 5
CONDUCT PRACTICAL TEST/
CERTIFICATION FUNCTIONS
A Lot of the Changes in Chapter 5 are the Removal of the Word SHALL and Replaced With MUST. The Context of the Material in Most Instances has Remained the Same.

50. CONDUCT PRACTICAL TEST IN ACCORDANCE WITH:
2. GENERAL
DPE’s MUST CONDUCT the Practical Test Using a Written Plan of Action and Appropriate PTS.
DPE’s MUST CONDUCT (IAW) Appropriate FAR’s, PTS’s, Operating Limitations of Aircraft, and Procedures in AFM.
MUST NOT USE or Ask Applicant to Use, Procedures Contrary to AFM.
UNDER NO CIRCUMSTANCES May DPE Allow Applicant to Violate a FAR, Fail to Comply w/ATC Clearance, or Create Hazardous Situation.
REGS P E H B
PTS A F M
PAGE: 5-1

51. EXAMINER TEST GUIDE PAGE: 5-1 AIRCRAFT FAR’s FLIGHT MANUAL PRACTICAL
STANDARDS
FAR’s
2. GENERAL
Practical Tests NOT CONDUCTED IAW the Applicable PTS, FAR’s, and Safe Operating Practices in the AFM, MAY BE INVALID and May Be Grounds for Termination of the DPE.
AIRCRAFT
FLIGHT
MANUAL
PAGE: 5-1

52. PERSONAL PREJUDICES PAGE: 5-1 2. A. PERSONAL PREJUDICES
MUST NOT ALLOW!! If a Personality Conflict or Disagreement Develops Between the DPE and Applicant Prior to Any Unsatisfactory Performance, the DPE or Applicant May Discontinue the Practical Test.
In This Case, DPE Issues a Letter of Discontinuance.
PAGE: 5-1

53. APPOINTMENTS PAGE: 5-1 FLIGHT TEST 2. B. APPOINTMENS
DPE is EXPECTED to Honor Appointments Unless SPECIAL CIRCUMSTANCES Warrant Cancellation or Postponement.
If This Occurs at the DPE’s Request, it is DPE’s Responsibility to Reschedule the Practical Test.
If DPE Cancels Exam Without Rescheduling, DPE Should Recommend Another Examiner or Instruct Applicant to Contact the FSDO. FSDO Will Provide the Names of Other Examiners in the District or May Arrange to Conduct the Exam if the Applicant Requests it.
FLIGHT
TEST
PAGE: 5-1

54. TEST ENVIRONMENT PAGE: 5-1 2. C. TEST ENVIRONMENT
DPE MUST CONDUCT Oral Portion of the Practical Test in a Private Area Free From Distractions.
MUST Ensure That Any Discussion of Tests Results With the Applicant is in Private Unless, by Mutual Agreement, a Person Other Than the Applicant (such as the applicant’s flight instructor) is Present
PAGE: 5-1

55. ENGLISH LANGUAGE SKILL
2. D. ENGLISH LANGUAGE SKILL STANDARDS
MUST COMPLY w/AC 60-28, FAR 61, 63, and 65.
If Applicant is UNABLE to Read, Speak, Write, and Understand the English Language, the Examiner MUST TERMINATE the Practical Test and Refer the Applicant to the Supervising FSDO.
PAGE: 5-1

56. TESTING APPLICANTS TRAINED BY THE EXAMINER
3 HOURS FLIGHT INSTRUCTION
(1 ½ HOURS GLIDER OR BALLOON)
FOR ADDITIONAL AIRCRAFT
RATING, NEEDS ANOTHER
INSTRUCTOR’S RECOMMENDATION
EXCEPT FOR FIE’S, ATPE’S, AND NDPER
EXAMINERS
3. TESTING APPLICANTS TRAINED BY THE DPE
DPE MAY ONLY TEST if Another CFI has Given Applicant At Least 3 Hours Flt Instruction and Is The Recommending Instructor (1.5 hours if the test is in a glider or balloon)
DPE MAY ALSO TEST Applicant Trained by DPE for Additional Aircraft Class Rating IF Applicant Has Written Recommendation of Another CFI Who has Personally Checked the Applicant and Found the Applicant Prepared for the Practical Test
FIE MAY TEST Applicant trained by that DPE for a CFI or Rating If Written Permission is obtained by Jurisdictional FSDO.
ATPE MAY TEST Applicant trained by that DPE for a ATP or Rating If Written Permission is obtained by Jurisdictional FSDO.
NDPE/FEER ONLY Readily Available Qualified CFI in Rare Airplane. MAY TEST Applicant Trained by DPE if Permission is Obtained by AFS-800.
PAGE: 5- 1 & 2

57. Alter/Amend Certificate
An EXAMINER
MUST NOT ALTER or AMEND
any pilot or
flight instructor certificate
4. A. ALTERED/AMENDED CERTIFIATE
DPE MUST NOT ALTER or AMEND Any Pilot or CFI Certificate.
Applicants Who Have Passed Tests for Additional Ratings MUST BE ISSUED a New FAA Temp. Airman Cert.
Ratings shown on a Restricted Pilot Certificate MUST NOT BE Included on an Issued for a Standard Airman Certificate Unless the Previously Shown Ratings Include the Notation “U.S. TEST PASSED”
PAGE: 5-2

58. CATEGORY, CLASS, AND IF APPROPRIATE, TYPE RATING OR AUTHORIZATION
AUTHORIZED AIRCRAFT
4. B. AUTHORIZED AIRCRAFT
DPE MUST NOT Conduct a Practical Test in Any Aircraft for Which the Examiner DOES NOT HOLD a Category, Class, and, if Appropriate, Aircraft Type Rating or Authorization.
DPE MUST NOT CONDUCT a Practical Test in Any Multiengine Airplane, Vintage Airplane, Helicopter, Powered-lift, Turbine-powered Aircraft, or Large Aircraft Other Than Those Shown on a Letter of Authorization (LOA)
CATEGORY, CLASS, AND IF APPROPRIATE,
TYPE RATING OR AUTHORIZATION
PAGE: 5-2

59. ENGLISH LANGUAGE REQUIREMENT
Examiner is NOT AUTHORIZED to issue
LIMITATIONS!
4. D. ENGLISH LANGUAGE REQUIREMENT
DPE is NOT AUTHORIZED to Issue an Airman Certificate With the Limitations “Not Valid for Flights Requiring the use of English” or “Not Valid For Flights Requiring the Use of Radio.” Certificates with Such Limitations CAN ONLY be Issued by a FSDO.
If Deficiency IS NOT DUE TO a Medical Reason, Applicant is NOT ELIGIBLE for the Certificate.
ONLY A FSDO May Remove the English Language Limitation.
Limitation can ONLY be issued by the
FSDO
PAGE: 5-2

61. COMPUTER KNOWLEDGE TESTS
Examiner MAY NOT be Involved in
Conducting or Monitoring
ANY PORTION of Computer
Knowledge Tests
4. G. COMPUTER KNOWLEDGE TESTS
DPE MAY NOT BE Involved in Conducting or Monitoring ANY PORTION of Computer Knowledge Tests.
(See FAA Order , Conduct of Airmen Knowledge Tests.)
PAGE: 5-2

62. P I C EXAMINERS STATUS PAGE: 5-2
5. STATUS OF EXAMINERS DURING PRACTICAL TESTS
DPE IS NOT Pilot-In-Command (PIC) of the Aircraft During a Practical Test Unless the Examiner Agrees to Act in that Capacity by Prior Arrangement With the Applicant. The FAA STRONGLY RECOMMENDS that a DPE NOT AGREE to ACT as PIC of a Flight During a Practical Test.
A. ADVICE AND ASSISTANCE Except to Ensure Safety of Flight, the DPE MAY NOT GIVE Advice or Assistance to the Applicant. If Advice or Assistance is Given a Notice of Disapproval Will Be Issued. It is Acceptable to Give Assistance Not Caused by the Applicant’s Performance. Example, DPE Controls the Aircraft to Avoid Conflicting Traffic While Under the Hood.
Providing Assistance DOES NOT CHANGE the Status of the Examiner in Regard to PIC Responsibility.
This Topic Should Be Included in the Practical Test Pre-Flight Briefing.
PAGE: 5-2

63. PHYSICAL LOCATION PRACTICAL TEST PAGE: 5-3
5.B. PHYSICAL LOCATION OF THE EXAMINER DURING A PRACTICAL TEST.
An Examiner MUST Accompany the Applicant in the Aircraft During ALL Practical Tests IAW 61.45(b)(1)(iii). DPE is Expected to be Physically Located in the Other Pilot Crewmember Station when Conducting a Practical Test in an Aircraft that ONLY REQUIRES One Pilot Crewmember.
Is Acceptable to Give the Practical Test From Jump Seat Which the Applicant Can be Observed, Provided Another Pilot Who Is Qualified to Act As The PIC Occupies the Other Pilot Crewmember Station.
If the DPE Agrees to Give Practical Test From a Jump Seat the DPE MUST Conduct a Preflight Briefing with the Applicant and the Other Pilot About Safety Precautions, Procedures, Duties, and Responsibilities of Each Crewmember.
PRACTICAL TEST
PAGE: 5-3

64. AIRCRAFT REQUIRING A FLIGHTCREW OF TWO OR MORE
5.C. EXAMINER STATION IN AN AIRCRAFT REQUIRING A FLIGHT OF TWO OR MORE
During Practical Tests Given on Aircraft Requiring a Flightcrew of Two or More, the Examiner SHOULD GIVE the Practical Test From a Designated Jumpseat or Place in the Cabin From Which the Flight Can be Adequately Observed. When a Practical Test is Conducted From a Jumpseat or Station in the Cabin, a Pilot Who is Qualified to Act a PIC in that Aircraft MUST OCCUPY a Pilot Seat.
This Arrangement Allows the Examiner to Devote Full Attention to the Practical Test Rather Than Being Involved With Performing the Duties of a Flight Crewmember. It Also Allows for Assessment of the Command Ability of the Applicant and to Observe Crew Coordination.
This is Not Intended to Preclude an Examiner From Electing to Occupy a Pilot Seat During the Practical Test as Long the DPE Meets Recent Experience and Qualifications.
Jump Seat or Cabin Station
Adequate Observation
Observe Crew Coordination
Pilot Qualified as PIC
PAGE: 5-3

65. Serve as Required Crewmember
Rated
5.D. EXAMINER ELECTS TO SERVE AS A REQUIRED CREWMEMBER.
Examiner MUST OBSERVE Special Considerations When Electing to Serve as a Required Flight Crewmember During a Practical Test. In Addition to Being Appropriately Rated and Holding a Current IAW 61.55, 61.56, 61.57, 61.58, and ©, as Applicable.
Due to LIABILITY Considerations, the FAA Strongly Recommends That Examiners NOT Conduct Practical Test in Which They Will Serve as a Required Crewmember.
Hold Current Medical
Current Part 61
Qualified as PIC per Part 91
Liability Considerations
PAGE: 5-3

66. CARRIAGE OF PASSENGERS
6. CARRIAGE OF PASSANGERS DURING PRACTICAL TESTS.
MUST BE LIMITED to Individuals Who Have a Legitimate Interest in the Practical Test.
A. Authorized Persons (1) Persons Preparing for Similar Practical Test
(2) CFI Assigned to Similar Flt. Training Activities (3) Applicant’s Instructor (4) Examiners Who are Authorized to Conduct Similar Practical Tests or Examiner Candidates (5) Chief Pilots or Instructors for Flight Schools and Corporate Operators (6) Owner/Operators of the Aircraft (7) FAA Inspectors
MUST HAVE the Consent of the Applicant, the Examiner, and the Owner/Operator.
PAGE: 5-4

67. AIRCRAFT USED FOR PRACTICAL TEST
7. AIRCRAFT USED FOR PRACTICAL TESTS.
MUST FURNISH an Airworthy Aircraft Appropriate for the Certificate or Rating Sought.
At the Examiners Discretion, This Includes U.S. Military Aircraft, Certain Experimental Aircraft That is Identified by Category and Class or Properly Certificated Aircraft of Foreign Registry.
7.A. U.S. Military Aircraft
Under Direct Operational Control of the U.S. Military
MUST BE Capable of Performing ALL Operations and Tasks Required of the PTS.
OFFICIAL Original Letter Accompanying Application
Former U.S. Military Aircraft NOT UNDER the Direct Operational Control of the U.S. Military MAY NOT BE USED for Practical Tests, Unless the Aircraft Holds a U.S. Airworthiness Cert. And Can be Identified as a Category or Class Aircraft Under MUST BE CAPABLE of Performing ALL Operations
“MILITARY” under direct military control
PAGE: 5-4

68. EXPERIMENTAL AIRCRAFT
7.C. EXPERIMENTAL AIRCRAFT
MAY Conduct Practical Test in Experimental Aircraft. The Aircraft May be Certificated as Amateur-Built or for Exhibition Purposes.
CONDITIONS FOR TEST.
Examiner is WILLING
Applicant is NOT Prohibited From Accomplishing Required Tasks by Operating Limitations Issued for the Experimental Aircraft
If Aircraft IS NOT Capable of Performing ALL REQUIRED Tasks, Another Aircraft of the Same Category, Class, and Type, as Appropriate, MUST BE PROVIDED for Those Tasks That Cannot be Accomplished in the Experimental Aircraft.
PAGE: 5-5

69. AIRCRAFT LIMITATIONS PAGE: 5-5 Ercoupe 415 Center Thrust
A Limitation Will be Placed on an Applicant’s Pilot Certificate if the Applicant Provides and Aircraft That Has Operating Characteristics That Preclude it From Performing ALL the Tasks Required During the Practical Test IAS 14 CFR §61.
EXAMPLE:
“Limited to Centerline Thrust” or “Limited to Eroupe 415B Without Rudder Pedals.”
Ercoupe 415
Center Thrust
PAGE: 5-5

70. AIRCRAFT LIMITATIONS PUBLIC AIRCRAFT
Public Aircraft that DO NOT HOLD an FAA Airworthiness Certificate Are NOT AUTHORIZED For Use in a Practical Test. A Pilot MAY NOT USE a Public Aircraft that Does Not Hold an FAA Airworthiness Certificate for a Practical Test or for Maintaining Recency of Experience Under 14 CFR § 61.
A Public aircraft IS NOT AUTHORIZED to be Used for the Purposes of Receiving Pilot Training for the Furtherance of a Certificate, Rating, or Recency of Experience or for Conducting a Practical Test for an Airman Certificate or Rating.
PUBLIC AIRCRAFT
PAGE: 5-5

71. AIRCRAFT EQUIPMENT Single Set of Controls PAGE: 5-6
MUST HAVE the Equipment Required to Accomplish Each Area of Operation on the Practical Test.
8.D. Aircraft With Single Controls.
At the Discretion of the Examiner, an Aircraft Furnished by the Applicant May Have a Single Set of Controls. Test For the Addition of Aircraft Category, Class, or Aircraft type Ratings to Private and Commercial Pilot Certificates May Be Conducted in Single-Control Aircraft Under the Provisions of 14 CFR § 61.45(e).
Remember 61.45(e) that NO INSTRUMENT Tasks Are Authorized With Single Control Aircraft.
Single Set of Controls
PAGE: 5-6

72. FLIGHT SIMULATORS MUST Qualify IAW 61.4(a) PCATD NOT AUTHORIZED
9. FLIGHT SIMULATORS, FLIGHT TRAINING DEVICES, AND PERSONAL COMPUTER BASED AVIATION TRAINING DEVICES.
ALL Flight Simulators and Flight Training Devices Used for Training or Testing During a Practical Test MUST Be Qualified and Approved IAW 14 CFR § 61.4(a).
A Qualification and Approval of Personal Computer-Based Aviation Training Devices (PCATD) IS NOT AUTHORIZED to be Used for a Practical Test. A PCATD is ONLY Authorized for Use for Training and IAW AC
PCATD NOT AUTHORIZED
PAGE: 5-6

73. ENGINE SHUTDOWN AND FEATHERING OF MULTIENGINE
MOVIE
STARRING
RON
MUST BE DEMONSTRATED
PAGE: 5-6

75. ENGINE SHUTDOWN AND FEATHERING OF MULTIENGINE
10. ENGINE SHUTDOWN ON MULTIENGINE AIRPLANES DURING THE PRACTICAL TEST.
A. Preflight Discussion Item.
DPE MUST DISCUSS Methods of Simulating Engine Failure With the Applicant During the Required Preflight Briefing.
B. Feathering Propellers.
Appropriately Equipped Aircraft MUST BE PROVIDED by the Applicant. Feathering of One Propeller MUST BE DEMONSTRATED in Flight in Multiengine Airplanes Equipped with Propellers Which Can be Feathered and Unfeathered. Feathering and Engine Shutdown MUST Be Performed at Altitudes (above 3,000’ Where Safe Landing on Established Airports Can Be Accomplished.
C. Simulated Engine Failure. Altitudes Lower Than 3,000’ Above the Surface, Simulated Engine Failure MUST BE PERFORMED by Adjusting the Throttle to Simulate Zero Thrust.
MUST BE DEMONSTRATED
PAGE: 5-6

76. STRUCTURE OF PRACTICAL TEST
11. STRUCTURE OF THE PRACTICAL TEST.
Practical Test Consists of Knowledge and Skill. The Two Demonstrations are NOT Intended to be Separate Tests. Should Be Conducted Concurrently.
B. Demonstration of Aeronautical Knowledge This Knowledge is identified in the PTS and Part 61.
E. Demonstration of Aeronautical Skill Practical Test Where the Applicant Demonstrates Flight Proficiency. Use Appropriate PTS. They Detail Areas of Operation, TASKS, and Objectives of Certificate or Rating.
If Applicant DOES NOT MEET the Standards of Performance of ANY Task Performed, the Area of Operation is Failed and, Therefore, the Practical Test is Failed.
Demonstration of Aeronautical
Knowledge
Skill
PAGE: 5-7

77. PRACTICAL TESTS PER DAY
MUST NOT CONDUCT More
Than Two Original Airman
Certification Practical Tests In
Any 24-hour Period
A. Number of Practical Tests per Day.
An Examiner MUST NOT CONDUCT More Than Two Original Airman Certification Practical Tests in Any 24-hour Period, Without Written Permission From Supervising FSDO.
PAGE: 5-7

78. GROUP TESTING
11.D. TESTING MORE THAN ONE APPLICANT AT A TIME Except in the Circumstances Listed Below, Applicants MUST BE TESTED Individually and Separately. Only the Supervising FSDO May Approve Simultaneous Testing, and ONLY Under the Following Conditions:
(1) MUST BE Limited to the Oral Portion of an Aircraft Type Rating Practical Test (2) NO MORE Than Two Applicants May Be Tested Simultaneously, and ONLY IF They were Trained in the Same Aircraft and Training Course. If an Applicant Prefers to be Tested Separately, the Examiner MUST CONDUCT the Test Individually.
(3) Simultaneous Testing MAY NOT BE Permitted for the ORIGINAL ISSUANCE of the Grade of Pilot Certificate (i.e., Private Pilot Cert., Com. Pilot Cert., or ATP Cert.).
(4) Example Where Simultaneous Testing May Be Permitted – Type Rating For a Lear 45 type Rating (meaning an aircraft that requires two pilot crewmembers) That Involves Two Applicants.
PAGE: 5-7

79. TEST DISCONTINUANCE Reasons For: Environmental Mechanical
12. PRACTICAL TEST DISCONTINUANCE.
Environmental, Mechanical, or Personal Situations Can Occur Which Could Cause the Test to be Discontinued.
A. Incomplete Practical Test On Day of Test, if Extenuating Circumstances Occur, the Examiner May Elect, With the Applicant’s Concurrence, to Begin the Test Anyway With the Intention of Completing the Test at a Later Date. However, When the Test is Discontinued, the Applicant MUST BE ISSUUED a Letter of Discontinuance.
B. Letter of Discontinuance If Test is Discontinued the FAA Form and the Knowledge Test Report Should be Returned to the Applicant.
60 Days of Original Date Applicant May Use Letter. Letter MUST BE Included in Applicants File.
More Than 60 Days Have Elapsed – MUST TEST the Applicant on ALL Areas of Operation.
Environmental
Mechanical
Personal Situations
Good For 60 days
PAGE: 5-8

80. PRACTICAL TEST BRIEFINGS
Examiner MUST Conduct:
14. PRACTICAL TEST BRIEFINGS The Examiner MUST Conduct a Pretest, Preflight and Post-flight Briefing IAW the Examiner Test Guide (Figure 5-1). These Briefings MUST BE Accomplished Regardless of the Experience and Abilities of the Participants. The Preflight briefing MUST Include a discussion of the methods to be used for simulated engine failure if a Multiengine Aircraft is to be Used for the Test. The Manufacturer’s Recommendations MUST BE Discussed and Used.
14. A. Pilot-in-Command During the Preflight Briefing, the Examiner MUST ENSURE That the Applicant Understands That He or She Will be Evaluated on His or Her Ability to Exercise PIC Authority.
Pretest
Preflight
Post-flight
PAGE: 5-9

81. PRETEST BRIEFING PAGE: 5-8 & 5-25 Fig. 5-1 QUESTION?
At what point during the practical test can an applicant be issued a Notice of Disapproval?
ANSWER!
After the end of the end of the pretest briefing when it is annouced “THE TEST HAS BEGUN!”
Ch. 5, Sec. 1, Para. 14. Practical Test Briefings – “examiner MUST conduct a pretest …briefing IAW the Examiner Test Guide (Figure 5-1).”
Fig. 5-1 Pretest Briefing
Items 1 thru 10 list everything that should be covered prior to the test beginning.
Item 11 states that the DPE should then “Announce “THE TEST HAS BEGUN!””
PAGE: 5-8 & 5-25 Fig. 5-1

82. RETEST IN EVENT OF FAILURE
16. RETEST IN EVENT OF FAILURE An Applicant Who Fails a Practical Test MAY APPLY for Retesting After Receiving the Necessary Training From an Authorized Instructor. Applicant MUST PRESENT a Logbook or Training Record Endorsement by an Authorized Instructor Who Has Given the Applicant the Necessary Additional Training. On FAA Form , the Authorized Instructor MUST Legibly Complete the Instructor’s Recommendation Block Indicating that the Applicant is Proficient to Pass the Test. These Requirements Apply to ALL RETESTING After Failure, Including ATP Certificate and Aircraft Type Rating Applicants.
PAGE: 5-9

83. ACCIDENTS/INCIDENTS DURING TESTING
17. ACCIDENTS AND INCIDENTS DURING PRACTICAL TESTS If an Accident or Incident Occurs During a Practical Test, the Examiner Should Ensure that the PIC Follows the Prescribed Procedures for Reporting the Occurrence. The Safeguarding of Lives and Property is the Highest Priority. As Soon as Possible, the Examiner MUST NOTIFY the Supervising FSDO of the Accident or Incident.
PAGE: 5-9

84. ILLEGAL SUBSTANCE CONVICTION
A. “No” Checked If “NO” is Checked, the Examiner Conducts the Test. B. “Yes” Checked Applicant Checks “Yes,” the Applicant MUST INDICATE the Date of Final Conviction. Examiner MUST Determine Whether the Date of Final Conviction was More or Less Than 1 Year From the Date of Application and Proceed as Follows:
(1) MORE THAN 1 Year The Examiner MUST CONDUCT the Practical Test.
(2) LESS THAN 1 Year The Examiner MUST DECLINE The Application, Take NO Certificate Action, and Perform NO Testing of the Applicant IAW the Provisions of 14 CFR § 61.15(a)(1).
PAGE: 5-13

85. CHANGE OF NAME APPLICANT’S NAME HAS CHANGED EXAMINER MUST REFER
22.C. Change of Name.
DPE MUST Compare the Applicant’s Name on FAA Form and the Name on the Person’s Current Certificate, if any.
DPE MUST Refer the Applicant to the FSDO. FSDO will Process the Applicant’s Request for a Change to Personal Data and Issue a Temporary Airman Certificate.
After this is Accomplished, DPE May Accept the Airman’s FAA Form for the Practical Test.
APPLICANT’S NAME HAS
CHANGED
EXAMINER MUST REFER
APPLICANT TO FSDO
PAGE: 5-15

86. PREPARATION OF THE CERTIFICATION FILE
DPE Is RESPONSIBLE for the Completeness and Accuracy of the Certification File.
DPE MUST NOT ACCEPT FAA Form Until the Examiner has Determined That the Applicant is Eligible for the Certificate or Rating Sought.
A Practical Test Begins When the Examiner Accepts the Airman’s Application.
MUST COMPLETE the Certification File, Indicating Approval or Disapproval of the Application, as Appropriate.
C. Disposition of File.
DPE MUST Mail the Completed Certification File to the Supervising FSDO NOT LATER Than 5 Business-days After the Completion of the Practical Test.
PAGE: 5-16

87. TEMPORARY AIRMAN CERTIFICATE
I. UNITED STATES OF AMERICA
DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION - FEDERAL AVIATION ADMINISTRATION
ii .
III. CERTIFICATE NO.
THIS CERTIFIES THAT IV. V.
DATE OF BIRTH
HEIGHT
IN.
WEIGHT
HAIR
EYES
SEX
NATIONALITY VI.
IX.
has been found properly qualified and is hereby authorized in accordance with the conditions of issuance
on the reverse of this certificate to exercise the privileges of
RATINGS AND LIMITATIONS
XII .
XIII .
THIS IS AN ORIGINAL ISSUANCE A REISSUANCE OF THIS
GRADE OF CERTIFICATE
DATE OF SUPERSEDED AIRMAN CERTIFICATE
X. DATE OF ISSUANCE
X. SIGNATURE OF EXAMINER OF INSPECTOR
EXAMINER’S DESIGNATION NO. OR
INSPECTOR’S REG. NO.
DATE DESIGNATION EXPIRES
USE PREVIOUS EDITION
FAA FORM (8-79)
BY DIRECTION OF THE ADMINISTRATOR
TEMPORARY AIRMAN CERTIFICATE
TEMPORARY AIRMAN CERTIFICATE
25. ISSUANCE OF FAA FORM , TEMPORARY AIRMAN CERTIFICATE.
The –4 MUST MATCH the Information Contained on the Applicant’s Airman Certificate and/or Rating Application, NOT THE DATA on the Superseded Certificate. Preferable to Use Capital Letters.
Examiners MUST Enter Pilot Cert. Number in the Examiner’s Designation No. or Inspector’s Reg. No. Block on the Original Copy that is Submitted to AFS-760.
When –4 Changes an Airman’s Certificate to a Higher Grade, All Aircraft Type Ratings Shown on the Superseded Certificate Within Category and Class are Brought Forward to the Higher Grade of Certificate.
THIS IS NOW IN (D) 
PAGE: 5-15

88. DISAPPROVAL OF APPLICATION
27. ISSUANCE OF FAA FORM , NOTICE OF DISAPPROVAL OF APPLICATION.
Handwritten Copy Can be Issued to the Applicant, But a Typed Original, Signed by the Issuing Examiner, MUST ACCOMPANY the Certification File.
B. Unsatisfactorily Performed or Not Completed Areas of Operation.
Tasks Unsatisfactorily Performed and Those Areas of Operation NOT Completed MUST BE LISTED on Number of Practical Test Failures MUST BE Placed on –5.
If More Than 60 Days Have Elapsed, Examiner MUST Re-Examine the Applicant on ALL Areas of Operation Required for that Certificate or Rating.
Typed Original MUST Accompany File
Tasks Found Unsatisfactory and
Areas of Operation Not Completed
MUST Be Listed on Form
MUST List Number of Test Failures
PAGE: 5-17

89. Examiners May Conduct Stage Checks.
PART 141 STAGE CHECKS
Examiners May Conduct Stage Checks.
29. TITLE 14 CFR PART 141 STAGE CHECKS.
Examiners May Conduct 141 Stage Checks.
A. Syllabus and Course Standards Examiners Who Administer 141 Stage Checks MUST Review the Pilot School’s Syllabus and use the Appropriate Stage Completion Standards to Determine That the Student Satisfactorily Completes the Stage Check.
MUST Review School’s Syllabus and
Use Appropriate Completion Standards
PAGE: 5-18

90. LOGGING OF FLIGHT TIMES
Time Spent Conducting Flight Test
Should Not Be Included as Other
Commercial Flying Time Limitations
Pertaining To Part 121, 125, or 135.
31. LOGGING OF FLIGHT AS AN EXAMINER.
Flight Time Accrued by a Pilot Examiner Conducting a Test is Considered Other Flight Time, Unless Performing Duties as a Required Crewmember Curing the Practical Test.
PAGE: 5-18

91. CFI RENEWAL / REINSTATE
Applicant NEED NOT Complete Section III, Record of Pilot Time.
Examiner NEED NOT Review the Applicant’s Aeronautical Experience Record and Logbook.
Mike Brown, Manager – AFS-840 proposed policy change to FAA Order D, on Section III, “Record of Pilot Time”.
NEED NOT BE COMPLETED For Flight Instructors; original, added rating, renewal and reinstatement.
This will also include Ground Instructor and Type Rating Applications.
If FAR’s require Aeronautical Experience, then time must be included on the , “Record of Pilot Time”
PAGE 14-9

92. SECOND-IN-COMMAND APPLICATION AND TEMPORARY REGULATORY REQUIREMENTS
Part 61, Section 61.5(b)(7)(iv) and 61.55(a)(3),(d), and (e)
WHO CAN ISSUE
ASI, AST, DPE, APD, and TCE
APPLICATION PROCESS
Complete FAA Forms and
Additional information available at:
Also reference Notice for guidance
The rule becomes effective on September 6, 2005.
FAR requirements Part 61, Section 61.5 and 61.55
To meet ICAO requirements outside the United States an operator must have a type rated SIC if the aircraft is required by Type Certificate for more than one pilot.

93. AC 61-65E EFFECTED UPDATES / ENDORSEMENTS Light-Sport Aircraft
Flight Instructors without Sport Pilot Rating
Flight Instructors with Sport Pilot Rating
Gold Seal CFI with Sport Pilot Rating
Recreational Pilot Certification
Aeronautical Experience Credit – Ultralight Vehicles
Related Reading Material has been updated to include the removed FAQ’s.
Most of the updates relate to the Sport Pilot Certificate.
Endorsement aides after the paragraphs has been deleted.
Recreational pilots endorsement for Class B, C, and D airspace.
Credit for Ultralight flight time.
AC’s located on first FAA Web Page

94. CHAPTERS 6 THRU 22
You Need to Read Chapters 6 thru 22 as They Pertain to Your Designation.
★ Chapter 21. U.S. Pilot Certificate That Was Based on a Foreign-Pilot License.
PAGE: 5-17

95. QUESTIONS?
8710.3E